The majority of my clients in 2022 so far have been traveling overseas. After two years of road trips and domestic flights, they finally feel comfortable navigating the complicated world of traveling abroad once again! Over the last 20 years of overseas travel (including a recent flight from Atlanta to Johannesburg, South Africa), I’ve gained […]

I was recently invited to check out a brand-new resort in Middle Tennessee that many compare to a couple of famous resorts in East Tennessee named after a wild dark fruit. The folks at Southall Farm and Inn understand the comparison. They don’t like to think of themselves that way, but rather an authentic experience […]

How my “team” of suppliers, fellow agents, and past clients work together As a colleague of mine was traveling home from Ft. Lauderdale a few years back, she found herself sitting across the aisle from Don Shula, the famous former coach of the Miami Dolphins. He was sitting in seat 1D, the aisle in the […]

Chile is the narrowest nation in the world, yet its borders provide some of the most diverse terrains. It’s no secret that the country offers a vast array of exciting things to do and see for people of all ages. You never know what you might come across next, from waterfalls to mountains, hot springs […]

When we talk about the land “down under,” most people think of Australia. But there is another incredible country that should be on your radar. After more than two years of isolation, I’m happy to report that New Zealand is now open again for travelers (vaccinated ones, that is)!  With nearly 1.5 million residents, Auckland […]

Out of all of the countries in Europe, Italy is, by far, requested the most by my clients. In fact, over 46 million tourists from all over the world visit this amazing country every year. Many will return for that magic that only Italy can deliver.  Italians are very kind, outgoing, family-centric, and extremely patient […]

As a culinary travel specialist, I love helping my clients experience the best of a destination through its food, wine, and culture.  I was lucky enough to sample some of the best cuisine in the world during my recent trip to Barcelona and finally found a restaurant that prepared what I consider the best Paella I’ve ever tasted! Spain […]

I recently returned from a glorious week in France on a wine river cruise on the Rhône and Saône Rivers. Besides the ancient Roman ruins and cathedral tours, I will remember the most the exquisite food we were fortunate to taste every day! Food is one of the best ways to learn about a different […]

In Central and Eastern Europe, you’ll find some of the most spectacular architecture—castles, churches, and war memorials—and some of the world’s most colorful, inviting cultures. But what’s the best way to see it all? An AmaWaterways cruise down the Danube River, of course.  I just disembarked this morning from my very first Upper Danube river cruise […]

With all of the fantastic amenities on a river cruise ship, from the fabulous rooftop pools and wellness programs to their exquisite cuisine and delicious cocktail drinks available around the clock, it’s tempting to never leave the ship! But as much as they enjoy impeccable service, we know that travelers choose a river cruise because […]